Mark Belter Scholarship for Student Athletes

The Mark Belter Scholarship for Student Athletes is a program designed to provide financial assistance to high school seniors or current college students who excel both academically and athletically. This scholarship was created by Mark Belter, a successful entrepreneur who believes in the power of education and athletics to transform lives. The scholarship aims to support the pursuit of higher education and help young athletes achieve their dreams while reducing their financial burden.

 

Each year, the scholarship committee selects a limited number of recipients based on their academic achievements, athletic performance, leadership qualities, and community involvement. The scholarship funds can be used to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses. The amount awarded varies each year depending on the number of applicants and available funds.

 

At the core of the Mark Belter Scholarship for Student Athletes is a commitment to excellence, perseverance, and community service. We are dedicated to supporting student athletes who strive for academic and athletic success while making a positive impact on their communities.

Scholarship Overview

The Mark Belter Scholarship for Student Athletes is a program designed to provide financial assistance to high school seniors or current college students who excel both academically and athletically. This scholarship was created by Mark Belter, a successful entrepreneur who believes in the power of education and athletics to transform lives. The scholarship aims to support the pursuit of higher education and help young athletes achieve their dreams while reducing their financial burden. Each year, the scholarship committee selects a limited number of recipients based on their academic achievements, athletic performance, leadership qualities, and community involvement. The scholarship funds can be used to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses. The amount awarded varies each year depending on the number of applicants and available funds. At the core of the Mark Belter Scholarship for Student Athletes is a commitment to excellence, perseverance, and community service. We are dedicated to supporting student athletes who strive for academic and athletic success while making a positive impact on their communities.

Criteria

  • Must be a graduating high school senior planning to attend a college or university in the United States
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Must have participated in at least one varsity-level sport during their high school career
  • Must have demonstrated leadership skills both on and off the field
  • Must submit a 500-1000 word essay on the importance of teamwork in achieving success, and how being a student athlete has prepared them for future challenges
  • Must provide two letters of recommendation, one from a coach and one from a teacher or other non-family member
  • Must complete the scholarship application and provide all required documents by the deadline

 

All applicants for the Mark Belter Scholarship for Student Athletes will be evaluated based on their eligibility and the quality of their essay response. The winner of the scholarship will be selected based on the strength of their essay response, as well as their demonstration of financial need and their dedication to academic and athletic excellence. We encourage all eligible student athletes to apply for this scholarship and take advantage of this opportunity to earn financial support towards their education. If you have any questions about the eligibility criteria or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to support you and help you achieve your dreams.

Amount

One time award of $1,000

Deadline

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is January 15, 2024

Winner Announced

The winner for the scholarship will be announced February 15, 2024.

How to Apply

To apply for the Mark Belter Scholarship for Student Athletes, applicants should email their essay response to the following prompt in Word Doc format to [email protected]:

“Identify an industry in the world that you believe is in dire need of improvement, and explain how a new and innovative business idea could revolutionize this industry for the better.”

We encourage all eligible applicants to submit their responses to this essay question, and we look forward to reading your ideas for how athletics can make a difference in the world.

 

Along with the essay, please provide the following information:

  • Full Name
  • Phone Number
  • Address
  • Email Address
  • Name of High School and Graduation Date
  • The University that you are currently enrolled in.
  • Personal Bio
  • GPA